Itinerary 1 itinerary
Day 1
Meet at meeting point: VIP Lounge Kyoto VIP Lounge Kyoto near AEON Mall (08:50 Meet-up/09:00 Departure) Add: 601-8417, Kyoto, Minami Ward, Nishikujo Toriiguchicho, 6−番地 1F Exit Kyoto Station from Hajicho West Exit (八条西口). There is a VIP LINER Bus stop sign in front of VIP Lounge Kyoto.
Meet at meeting point: VIP Villa Namba (07:50 Meet-up/08:00 Departure) Address: 1-2-1, Nanbanaka, Naniwa-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka Exact point on Google Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/c5kkp2Ad7fWD8C7Q7 *3 minutes-walk from subway Midosuji Line Namba Station Exit 7*
Attractions and Activities: Nara Park (Free entry) Nara, Japan's historic capital. Discover the serene beauty of Nara Park and explore Todai-ji Temple, the largest wooden structure in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Be awed by Japan's colossal Buddha statue, towering 15 meters high. 1 hr(s)20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: 東大寺 四月堂 (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Todaiji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Nara, is home to the Great Buddha, one of the largest bronze statues in the world, and the world's largest wooden building.
Attractions and Activities: Manyo Botanical Gardens (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Manyo Botanical Garden, also known as the Kasuga Taisha Garden, is a botanical garden located next to the Kasuga Shrine at 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara, Nara, Japan.
Attractions and Activities: Tamukeyama Hachimangu (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Tamukeyama Hachiman Shrine is a Shinto shrine near Tōdai-ji, Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is a Hachiman shrine, dedicated to the kami Hachiman. It was established in 749. Kami enshrined here include Emperor Ojin, Emperor Nintoku, Empress Jingū and Emperor Chūai in addition to Hachiman.
Attractions and Activities: Arashiyama (Free entry) Immerse yourself in the enchanting charm of Arashiyama. Visit to the renowned Bamboo Grove, a magical forest of towering green stalks that create a serene and otherworldly atmosphere. Wander through this captivating path, where the light filters through the dense bamboo, creating a unique and tranquil experience. For travelers who choose the no-meal option, you will have a total of 120 minutes in Arashiyama to explore local dining options and enjoy the picturesque surroundings at your own pace. For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option: Enjoy 50 minutes for lunch at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, followed by 60 minutes for Arashiyama. 2 hr(s)
Attractions and Activities: Sagano (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Bamboo Forest, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, or Sagano Bamboo Forest is a natural bamboo forest in Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan. It consists mostly of mōsō bamboo and has several pathways for tourists and visitors. The Ministry of the Environment considers it a part of the soundscape of Japan.
Attractions and Activities: Yusai Kimono Gallery (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Yusai-tei in Arashiyama is a modern art gallery and dye studio offering a hands-on kimono-dyeing workshop.
Attractions and Activities: Okochi Sanso Garden (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Ōkōchi Sansō is the former home and garden of the Japanese jidaigeki actor Denjirō Ōkōchi in Arashiyama, Kyoto. The villa is open to the public for an admission fee and is known for its gardens and views of the Kyoto area. Several of the buildings are recorded as cultural properties by the national government.
Attractions and Activities: Kyoto (Free entry) For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option (Departure from Osaka Only): You will enjoy a delightful Kobe Beef Shabu-Shabu, accompanied by an informative explanation of the world-famous Kobe beef, renowned globally for meeting the strictest standards among Japan's three major Wagyu breeds. Its finely textured, tender meat features intricate marbling that melts during cooking, creating a soft, velvety texture that delights the palate. Lunch will be served at Kyoto Shokujidokoro Wasabi, located on the historic grounds of Jurakudai, the site of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's renowned Golden Castle. This traditional townhouse, with a history spanning over 100 years, provides a unique and memorable dining experience. For Travelers Who Have Selected the Lunch Option: 50 minutes for lunch, followed by 60 minutes in Arashiyama. For Travelers Who Have Selected the No Lunch Option: No scheduled activities here, with 120 minutes to explore Arashiyama. 50 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Tenryu-ji (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Tenryū-ji, formally known as Tenryū Shiseizen-ji, is the head temple of the Tenryū-ji branch of the Rinzai sect of Zen Buddhism, located in Susukinobaba-chō, Ukyō Ward, Kyoto, Japan. The temple was founded by Ashikaga Takauji in 1339, primarily to venerate Gautama Buddha, and its first chief priest was Musō Soseki.
Attractions and Activities: Nonomiya-jinja Shrine (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Nonomiya Shrine, or the Shrine in the Country, is a Shinto shrine in the Arashiyama district on the west side of the city of Kyoto, Japan, close to its bamboo forest.
Attractions and Activities: Jōjakkōji Temple (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) This Buddhist temple in a serene forest with views is popular in fall when its maples change color.
Attractions and Activities: Fushigifudo-in (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Fudo-in is a temple in the holy Koyasan Buddhist mountain retreat. It is located off of the main road between the Visitor center and Okunoin cemetery.
Attractions and Activities: Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Iwatayama Monkey Park is a commercial park located in Arashiyama in Kyoto, Japan. The park is located atop Mount Arashiyama, on the opposite side of the Ōi River of the train station. It is inhabited by a troop of over 120 Japanese macaque monkeys.
Attractions and Activities: Fukuda Art Museum (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The Fukuda Art Museum posesses a collection that consists of approximately 2000 items, prinmarily Japanese paintings dating from Edo period (1603 - 1868) .
Attractions and Activities: Arashiyama Kimono Forest (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) The "Arashiyama Kimono Forest" in English is called Kimono Forest. It is a public art installation located at Randen Arashiyama Station in Kyoto. The installation features a pathway lined with numerous cylindrical pillars, each wrapped in vibrant kimono fabric encased in clear acrylic.
Attractions and Activities: Kinkakuji Temple (Ticket included) Visit to Kinkaku-ji Temple, the Golden Pavilion, a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its dazzling golden exterior and serene gardens. Your ticket is included! 40 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Shrine with 10th-century origins featuring annual festivals to mark natural & historical events
Attractions and Activities: Doumotoinsyo Museum (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Painted canvases, ceilings & screen doors by Insho Domoto in a space designed by the artist himself.
Attractions and Activities: Togetsukyō Bridge (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) Togetsukyō Bridge, meaning "Moon-Crossing Bridge", is a landmark wooden bridge in Kyoto's Arashiyama district, spanning the Katsura River. It's renowned for its scenic beauty, especially during cherry blossom season and autumn foliage, and has a history dating back over a thousand years.
Attractions and Activities: Fushimi Inari Taisha (Free entry) Fushimi Inari Shrine, a revered Shinto shrine designated as an Important Cultural Property. This iconic shrine is renowned for its thousands of vibrant red torii gates, which create a stunning and immersive tunnel-like pathway up the sacred Mount Inari. As you walk through the gates, you'll pass through a series of shrines, each representing a different aspect of the deity Inari Okami, who is worshipped for prosperity in business, household safety, and success in various endeavors. 1 hr(s)20 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Ohashi Family’s Garden (Free entry How to visit:No indoor visits) This garden is registered as a scenic beauty spot by Kyoto City and the earthen jar burried in the garden creates beautiful sound when drips of the flowing water on the ground touch the ceramic bottom.
Guests leave on their own: VIP Lounge KyotoEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion
*Itinerary times are in the local time of the place of visit and may be subject to changes due to weather conditions, road conditions, and other factors. We appreciate your understanding.
